Chapter 146: So Cheap?
Chapter 146: So Cheap?
Tang Chen turned his head to look at Boss Pang and the others. Then he said, “Old Pang, you came at a good time. Take your guys and throw these three idiots out of the room for Young Master. Such trash appearing in our great Junyue really lowers the style of our Junyue.”
Boss Pang was already used to Tang Chen’s way of doing things. Without a word, he said to Xiao Kuan and the others behind him, “Didn’t you guys hear Young Master Tang’s words? Hurry up and tie those three guys up and throw them out of Junyue!”
“Okay!” Xiao Kuan had always really liked Xiao Ruiqi. Even though it was a secret crush, he wanted to protect Xiao Ruiqi well. When he heard Xiao Ruiqi was being bullied, the fire in his heart burned fiercely. He wished he could rush up and skin that filthy guy.
But Boss Pang stopped his wild action. He told him Young Master Tang would take care of it personally, and he just needed to follow and do cleanup. Xiao Kuan was also very loyal to Young Master Tang. So, upon seeing these three guys lying on the ground like dogs, he got all excited. Several security guards went over and roughly tied their bodies with ropes. Then they carried them downstairs and threw them out like trash.
Seeing the matter was resolved, Tang Chen’s anger lessened a lot. He said to Sister Xiao, “Sister Xiao, from now on, you do your job as lobby manager well. If any troublemakers don’t like it, tell them to come talk to Young Master.”
“Young Master Tang. Thank you.” Xiao Ruiqi said respectfully, her heart full of guilt and thanks. She felt guilty because she didn’t know if her problems would cause trouble for the hotel. She was thanked because Young Master Tang treated a mere worker like her so well.
Xiao Ruiqi could imagine this. After that, probably everyone in the hotel would be super respectful to her. After all, no one wanted to get into trouble with Young Master Tang for no reason.
Seeing the mess over, Tang Chen sent Xiao Ruiqi downstairs first, while he stayed back with Boss Pang. He noticed Boss Pang’s look, like he had something to say to him.
Sure enough, Boss Pang asked, “Young Master Tang, should we get ready for what’s next? Since who you hit today were kind of big names in the area. If they spread it around online like Huang Tao did last time, it could get messy.”
Tang Chen waved his hand and said proudly, “No big deal. Young Master has seen way too many web trolls before. Why fear some little mess? If they really dare to start an online fight with Young Master, I’ll make them regret stepping into this place.”
Boss Pang nodded, showing his respect. Knowing how Young Master Tang acted fast and hard, he didn’t dare to argue.
Then Tang Chen remembered something and asked, “By the way, how’s the new hotel coming along?”
Boss Pang answered, “It’s currently all under building work. Based on your last plan, this new hotel should go up twenty floors. Probably ready by year’s end.”
Tang Chen hummed and said, “It’s not only about height. Once it’s built, all its inside stuff has to be top-notch too. Young Master isn’t afraid to spend cash. What Young Master wants is pride.”
If someone else said those words, it’d sound like a clueless new rich fool, but Tang Chen said it like it was totally normal. Of course, he was truly very much rich, so he had the right to speak like that.
Tang Chen went downstairs to leave. Xiao Ruiqi stood by the door like a hostess, ready to say goodbye. Tang Chen glanced at her, then said to Boss Pang, “Old Pang, have you got a car?”
Boss Pang wasn’t sure why Young Master Tang asked that, but he answered properly, “Yes, Young Master Tang. I bought it way back before you took over Junyue.”
Tang Chen hummed, then said to Sister Xiao, “Sister Xiao, come with me out. You’re our Junyue’s lobby boss now. How can you not have your own vehicle?”
Xiao Ruiqi froze, not guessing Young Master Tang planned to get her a car. She shook her head fast and said, “No, no, Young Master Tang, I can’t accept it. I won’t take your car.”
Tang Chen smiled and said, “It’s cool. It’s just some crummy car, not pricey. You’re the lobby boss and show off our Junyue’s face. People say the best part of a beauty is how nice she looks. You’re so pretty, so you need a proper ride. Am I right, Old Pang?”
Boss Pang knew Tang Chen was gifting Xiao Ruiqi. He jumped in and said, “Yeah, Ruiqi. Your position really is different now. You truly need a nicer auto. It’s Young Master Tang’s kindness. Don’t turn it down.”
Xiao Ruiqi knew Tang Chen always stuck to his word. If she annoyed Tang Chen, things could turn ugly. She sighed and said firmly, “Buy it if you must, but take it from my paychecks.”
Tang Chen laughed out loud. This woman Xiao Ruiqi was kind of fun. He smiled and said, “Okay, your salary can cover it. Let’s go now.” Saying that, he took Xiao Ruiqi and drove away in the car.
Tang Chen started his Extravagant Battle Car to take Xiao Ruiqi to a car shop. On the road, his phone rang from Yang Mi. Of course, she asked about what he was up to. Ever since living together, Yang Mi had become more like a fussy boss lady.
In this world, Yang Mi might be the only one daring to tell Tang Chen when to come home or wake up. Though, that came straight from Tang Chen spoiling her.
“Sister Xiao, you used to Junyue work?” Tang Chen made small talk, feeling the awkward mood kick in.
“Ah,” Xiao Ruiqi breathed out, flashing one sweet smile. “Going well. Everybody treats me fine. Manager Pang is good to me too. The job pay beats site work by a mile. Plus, Young Master gave me all this. Even my face counts.” When saying that last bit, she rubbed her cheek. Remembering days back, she’d been an ugly girl. Then she crossed paths with Young Master Tang. That mysterious guy spit some on her face, turning her ugly mug into something so lovely now.
The quick look he gave as he left felt like a punch to her heart. Yup, turns out love really can hit at first sight…
“Good news. Tell me if any rough spots,” Tang Chen grinned, his smile big enough to split his face.
Xiao Ruiqi gave a soft nod. She knew the gap between her and Young Master Tang was far too wide. A rare meeting made her day; she wouldn’t ask for extra.
No extra chatter after that. Tang Chen handled the Extravagant Battle Car neat and fast to the car joint. His luck held out; they had a car show going on that day. Some car models rocked tiny shorts and big tops, pulling hot poses before autos. Weather was pretty chilly, so those girls must’ve felt it.
Rows of fancy autos sat outside the shop. Some folks crowded round them eyeing things up, others chatted with bosses or sellers about costs. The whole sight was wild and busy.
Tang Chen got straight to looking over the lot, no small talk needed. Then he saw a red sports car, looking swift and classy. It reminded him of the Lykan ride from Fast & Furious 7. Tang Chen hooked onto it in a snap.
“Sister Xiao, what you think of this one? Cool and flashy.” Tang Chen put his hand to the cold shell. He seemed pretty happy with it.
Xiao Ruiqi gave it a look too and, all shy, said, “Young Master Tang, I’m just a nine-to-fiver. Any old car’ll do; why go all out?”
Tang Chen guessed Xiao Ruiqi fretted over him spending dough. He just smirked and said, “No sweat, Sister Xiao. Grab it anyway. Like I said, cash ain’t key to Young Master. We get only few years to live, so live happy and free.”
“Well put, sir. Sharp eye too.” A male seller stepped toward them, grinning at Tang Chen. “This ZX310 is a golden Bugatti Veyron straight out of Germany this year. A rare sports car special; sole one in house. Plus, we’re throwing a one-year party here. Nail it now for a discount slash to 8.88 mil yuan. A lucky digit, no lie.”
The 8.88 million price tag caused gasps from Xiao Ruiqi and shoppers close by. They could tell the auto was rich stuff; just hadn’t asked the cost. Good thing, too; how shameful to find they’re too broke to buy.
Xiao Ruiqi made to pull Tang Chen back and say no, but Tang Chen beat her to speak with a smirk. “That cheap? Sold.”
The seller froze up, mumbling, “You really want it?”
Tang Chen snorted his mood off big-time. “Waste of words? It’s a mere eight-mil plus? Young Master takes it. Run the card.”
“This sports car, mine.” Just then, a jarring voice cut in.